Tourcoing Christmas Market
Christmas Market and winter beer garden in the heart of Tourcoing
About Christmas in Tourcoing
The Tourcoing Christmas Market is held every December in the heart of the city, offering artisanal creations, original gift ideas, and festive food. Accompanied by a winter beer garden, it provides a warm and friendly atmosphere. The arrival of Saint Nicholas with Father Whipper and his donkey marks the start of the festivities, while family activities continue until Christmas Eve.
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A warm Christmas Market in the heart of Tourcoing
The Tourcoing Christmas Market has become an unmissable event during the holiday season in the Lille metropolis. Located right in the city center, it brings together many local creators and artisans who offer their original productions: jewelry, decorations, toys, clothing, natural cosmetics, and many other gift ideas for the whole family.
Winter Beer Garden and Festive Food
In the heart of the market, a winter beer garden welcomes visitors in a friendly atmosphere. You can enjoy mulled wine, hot chocolate, local craft beers, and seasonal gourmet specialties. Small pop-up restaurants offer comforting dishes to warm you up between festive shopping sessions.
Activities and Traditions
The festivities kick off with the traditional arrival of Saint Nicholas, accompanied by Father Whipper and his donkey, who parade through the city center streets distributing candies and treats to well-behaved children. Throughout the market, activities punctuate the weekends: street performances, concerts, creative workshops for children, meetings with Santa Claus, and magical illuminations.
A Commitment to Local Craftsmanship
The City of Tourcoing makes it a point of honor to promote local creators and artisans. Each year, a call for applications is launched to select the exhibitors for the market and the winter beer garden, ensuring the quality and originality of the products offered. The market is thus a true place for discovery and support for the local economy.
Christmas Illuminations
Throughout the duration of the market, the city center of Tourcoing is illuminated with magical decorations. The facades of historic buildings, shopping streets, and squares are adorned with garlands and light displays, creating a magical atmosphere conducive to strolling and Christmas shopping.
Christmas in Tourcoing — edition 2026
The Tourcoing Christmas Market returns for the 2026 edition with its local creators, winter beer garden, and festive activities.
2026 Edition
The Tourcoing Christmas Market will return in December 2026 for a new festive and warm edition in the heart of the city.
Prices Christmas in Tourcoing 2026
Practical information — Christmas in Tourcoing
Practical Information
Location
The Christmas Market is held in the city center of Tourcoing, 59200 Tourcoing, near the Grand Place and the Town Hall. The winter beer garden is located in the heart of the market.
Access and Transport
By metro: Line 2 of the Lille automatic metro, stop "Tourcoing Centre" (3 min walk) or "Tourcoing Sébastopol". Frequency every 2 to 6 minutes depending on the time.
By tram: The Lille-Roubaix-Tourcoing tram serves several stops in the center of Tourcoing. Stops "Centre" or "Grand Place".
By car: A22 highway from Lille (20 min) or from Belgium. Underground parking near the city center: "Mairie" parking, "Centre" parking. Allow about 30 minutes from Lille during peak hours.
By train: Tourcoing station is served by TER from Lille-Flandres (15 min). The city center is a 5-minute walk from the station.
Opening Hours
Tuesday to Friday from 4:30 PM to 7:00 PM, Saturday from 11:30 AM to 8:00 PM, Sunday from 11:30 AM to 7:00 PM. Closed on Mondays (except December 23rd). December 24th: special opening from 11:30 AM to 4:00 PM. Late openings may be organized on certain Saturdays - consult the official program.
Prices
Entry to the Christmas market and the winter beer garden is completely free. Activities and the arrival of Saint Nicholas are also free to access.
Food and Drink
The winter beer garden offers mulled wine, hot chocolate, local craft beers, and comforting dishes. Food stalls offer waffles, crepes, and seasonal specialties. Restaurants in the city center are within walking distance.
Accessibility
The city center of Tourcoing is accessible to people with reduced mobility. The metro and tram have adapted facilities.
Practical Tips
- Prefer the metro to get to the market, especially on weekends.
- The arrival of Saint Nicholas takes place on the first Saturday of the market - arrive early to enjoy the show.
- Check the city's website for special events and activities.
Contact
City of Tourcoing: www.tourcoing.fr
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Where does it take place — Christmas in Tourcoing
Centre-ville de Tourcoing
Centre-ville, 59200 Tourcoing